Wild Gibelotte Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 Wild Rabbit, cleaned and cut into pieces
• 3 tablespoons Flour
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 Carrots, chopped
• 1 Celery stalk, chopped
• 2 Bay leaves
• 3 Thyme sprigs
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Season the rabbit pieces with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof pot over medium-high heat.
4. Brown the rabbit pieces on all sides, then remove them from the pot and set them aside.
5. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot.
6. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and lightly browned.
7. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 more minute.
8. Add the bay leaves, thyme sprigs, chicken broth, and white wine to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
9. Return the rabbit pieces to the pot and cover with a lid.
10. Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the rabbit meat is tender and falling off the bone.
11. Remove the rabbit pieces from the pot and set them on a plate.
12. Use an immersion blender to blend the remaining sauce and vegetables into a smooth, thick gravy.
13. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
14. Serve the rabbit pieces on a bed of mashed potatoes and pour the gravy over the top.

Verdict:

This Wild Gibelotte recipe is a rustic, flavorful dish that is sure to impress anyone who loves meat. The rabbit becomes incredibly tender and juicy after cooking in the sauce for a couple of hours, and the gravy is rich and savory.

Serving suggestions:

This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables, such as carrots and Brussels sprouts. You could also serve it with a crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.